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Sun, Jun 17, 12 at 11:51
| I want to get some English Ivy started on a shady side of my house, what should I purchase without spending a bundle. I would like to plant some (spaced 12" apart) and would like at least 10 plants. Thanks for any advice- Paul |
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| No advice, but just a warning that ivy can do a lot of damage to bricks or siding and can provide entry for pests. You may want to think about this a little more. |
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- Posted by victory_tea2085 z6 Ny (My Page) on Fri, Jun 22, 12 at 8:39
| thanks Susan- do you have any alternative ground cover you would suggest? Paul |
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| I agree & think ajuga in it's many colors would work well. You could use creeping wintergreen &/or creeping Phlox, vinca with or instead of ajuga. Spot Hosta, contoneaster,heuchera in for color & to break up the carpet cover with a little style. |
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